A pretty and bubbly Christmas sangria that combines prosecco with seasonal fruits and spices for a light and just sweet enough drink. Makes 8 servings.
Prep Time:10 minutesmins
Chill Time:2 hourshrs
Total Time:2 hourshrs10 minutesmins
Equipment
Large pitcher
Ingredients
1bottleproseccochilled (750ml)
2cupscranberry juiceunsweetened or sweetened, depending on your preference
½cuporange liqueure.g., Grand Marnier or Triple Sec
½cupbrandy
1cupfresh cranberries
1orangethinly sliced into rounds
1applegreen or red, cored and thinly sliced
1cinnamon stick
3-4sprigs of fresh rosemary
Optional: 1-2 tablespoons sugar or honey for added sweetnessI only use this with a dry Prosecco
Instructions
Prepare the fruit and spices. Combine the cranberries, orange slices, apple slices, cinnamon stick, and rosemary sprigs in a large pitcher or punch bowl.
Mix the base. Add the cranberry juice, orange liqueur, brandy, and sugar or honey, if using, to the fruit. Stir well to dissolve the sugar and combine the flavors.
Chill. Cover and refrigerate for 1-2 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
Add prosecco. Just before serving, pour the chilled prosecco into the pitcher. Gently stir to mix without losing too many bubbles.
Serve. Pour into glasses over ice if desired, making sure each glass gets a mix of fruit. Garnish with an extra sprig of rosemary or a cinnamon stick for a nice touch.
Notes
For a non-alcoholic version, substitute the prosecco with sparkling white grape juice or soda water, and omit the orange liqueur and brandy (in that case, definitely omit the sugar).